The Scarlet Letter (Illustrated by Hugh Thomson with an Introduction by Katharine Lee Bates)

Set in 17th century Boston, the story follows Hester Prynne, a woman shunned for committing adultery, marked by the scarlet letter "A" she must wear. Raising her daughter Pearl alone, Hester grapples with themes of sin, guilt, and societal judgment in a puritanical society. Nathaniel Hawthorne's narrative delves into the harsh realities of morality and law during colonial America, offering a poignant exploration of the human condition. This edition features illustrations by Hugh Thomson and an introduction by Katharine Lee Bates.